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Special events and activities at Minnesota Children's Museum offer more ways to get your little ones laughing and learning. From music classes to special guest Story Time readers, the Museum's special events keep your kids discovering new experiences with family fun activities year-round.
MAY
Dog Tales
Saturday, May 19, 10-11 a.m.
Encourage your child's love of reading in a comfortable environment and read a favorite book to a therapy dog from the Pals on Paws chapter of Therapy Dogs International at the Museum.
How People Make Things Special Programming Series — Behind-the-scenes with Manufacturers
Saturday, May 19, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the manufacturing method of deforming with a local manufacturing company.
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JUNE
Play Maker's Ball
Saturday, June 2, 2012 6:30 p.m.
An adults-only play date, the Museum's annual Gala, starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at $150 and include fabulous food, complimentary cocktails and fun activities in all galleries. All funds raised benefit the Access program, which makes it possible for all children to experience the healthy benefits of play, regardless of ability to pay. To reserve your tickets call 651-225-6057 or visit our click here.
The Museum will be CLOSED all day June 2 in preparation for the Play Maker's Ball at 6:30 p.m.
Start Your Saturday with a Let's Get Curious! Breakfast
Saturday, June 9 - July 28, 2012 8 and 10 a.m.
Get curious at our Let's Get Curious! Breakfast series with your favorite little monkey and enjoy a continental-style breakfast. Then make your own art and enjoy story time. Lastly, bring your camera to take a photo with our special visitor! $10 members/ $18 for non-members.
"Go Bananas" at Imagination Corner
Starting June 12, Every Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. and Saturday, 6 p.m.
Meet Curious George after a fun and energetic special Imagination Corner program!
Dog Tales
Saturday, June 16, 10-11 a.m.
Encourage your child's love of reading in a comfortable environment and read a favorite book to a therapy dog from the Pals on Paws chapter of Therapy Dogs International at the Museum.
Macy's Play Date
Tuesday, June 26 1-4 p.m.
Macy's cardholders receive FREE admission from 1-4 p.m. on June 26. Non-cardholders receive $2 OFF general admission during the same time period. Enjoy a delicious snack and hands-on activity free of charge.
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